Staff

Ore Pablos

Founder, Director of State Black Program

• Wildfire Volleyball Director/Founder 2004  – Present
• Head Coach for 12U and 15U ages groups  – Present
• Middles/Libero Positional Coach – present
• Lynn University Assistant Coach – 2015- present
• Cypress Bay High School Head Varsity Coach 2017- present
• Nova South Eastern Assistant Coach 2013-2015
• Florida Region  High Performance  Assistant Coach 2013 – present
• National HP evaluator
• The Sagemont School Varsity and Jv Varsity
• Everglades Varsity and JV
• Tri County Volleyball Co-founder
• St Bonaventure Middle School 
• St Marks Middle School
• 25 years of volleyball coaching experience that includes tots, juniors, and college level athletes

Albert Sturgeon

Director of National Program

Albert Sturgeon comes to Wildfire with a wealth of experience as a player, high school, club and collegiate coach. 

As a player he led his high school team Miami Sunset Senior High to two county championships and two undefeated seasons in 1992 and 1993.

As a high school assistant coach from 1993-2001 he help lead his alma mater Miami Sunset to 9 district titles (1993-2001), 5 regional championships  (93, 95, 97, 00, 01),2 state runner-ups (00, 01), and 2 state championships (93, 95). 

After his high school coaching career Albert excepted a position as an assistant coach at St. Thomas University from 2001-2005 where he help lead the bobcats to 1 Florida Sun Conference title (01), 2 NAIA Regional XIV Championships (01, 03), 2 NAIA National Championship Appearances (01, 03), and 2 top 25 NAIA Final Poll Appearances. 

As a head coach at St. Thomas University he captured Florida Sun Conference Coach of the Year honors in his first collegiate head coaching position at St. Thomas University in 2006. 

He led the Bobcats to two conference tournament appearances before he resigned in 2007 to finish his degree in sports and fitness from Florida International University. 

In 2013 he became the first coach to win the prestigious Junior Olympic Open National Championship, a feat never accomplished by any coach in the tri-county area. 

Coach Sturgeon currently coaches at Pine Crest School where he has won 4 district championships (14, 15, 17, 19 ) 2 regional championship (14, 17) 1 state runner-up (14) and a State Appearance in (17) . He has also been named Broward County “Coach of the year” in (14, 17).

Corey Sarubbi

Director of Recruiting

Claire Behan

Assistant Director

15 Years of volleyball experience

5 Years of coaching experience

Assistant Director (Wildfire Volleyball) – 2024 to Present

IAM! Training

State Program Training

Head Coach (Wildfire Volleyball) – 2024 to Present

13 National Open

16 National Premier

Assistant Coach (USA South Volleyball) – 2023

13 Mizuno

15 Mizuno AAUs

Youth Academy

Assistant Coach of the Year Award

Head Coach (Rival Volleyball) – 2020, 2021, 2022

14 Regional

16U State

Setter Training

All Skills Clinics

Head Coach JV Boys (Spanish River High School) – 2022

Head Coach (American Heritage Middle School, Delray Campus) – 2021

Child Athletic Development Assistant Trainer (Chadwicks Fitness) – 2019

Williamson County Parks and Recreation Volleyball Camp Counselor – 2019

NCAA Division 1 Student Athlete (Jacksonville State University) – 2018, 2019

NCAA Division 2 Student Athlete (Lynn University) – 2020, 2021

Marcos Medina

Assistant Director

Marcos Medina is a seasoned volleyball coach with over 11 years of experience, drawing from his impressive 15+ years as a volleyball player. Beyond the court, he has made his mark in the fitness world as a CrossFit coach for a decade. Not only is Marcos a skilled CrossFit athlete, but he also owns a successful gym. His passion for fitness and sports extends beyond his professional roles, showcasing his dedication as a fitness enthusiast and true sports fanatic.

Markia Brown-Seetal

Assistant Director

18 Years Volleyball Career
Monsignor Edward Pace High School
2006 – 2018 (JV & Varsity Head Coach)
• 8 District Titles
• 3 District Runner up
• 10 Regional appearances

Rebelle Athletics
2007 – 2012 (15s, 16s)

Coastal Volleyball Academy
2013 – 2018
Girls’ 15 Regional
Girls’ 16 Regional
Girls’ 17 Regional
Boys’ 15 Regional/17 National
Lead Coach for 15s–17s National/Head Coach 17U

Alonzo Mourning Senior High School
2022 “Coach of the Year”
2018 – 2022
• 1 District Title
• 3 District Runner Up
• 1 GMAC Title
• 2 Regional apparencies

Wildfire Volleyball Academy
2018 – Present
Assistant Director for 12/13 Regional Teams

Rezart Belli

Assistant Director

Rezart Belli is a volleyball coach with over 5 years of experience in coaching. He started his career as an Assistant coach in 2019 at the Wildfire volleyball Academy and worked his way up to become the Assistant Director of the club. Rezi is passionate about volleyball and in his youth Rezi was a professional volleyball player representing Albania in volleyball tournaments outside of the country and also playing competitively with the Tirana volleyball team locally. Rezi is a firm believer in “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, practicing, sacrifice and above all- love what you do”!

Anissa Giamonna

Coach

My name is Anissa, I’ve been playing volleyball since 2013. I played on JV my freshman year at high school, West Broward High School. then I made varsity sophomore to senior year. i started playing club volleyball in 2015 at Wildfire, only played 3 seasons of club. Played two seasons in college at Johnson and Wales (NAIA). Started coaching volleyball here at Wildfire in 2016 while I was still in high school and playing club.  I would go to my younger sister’s practices when Ore was her coach and follow his lead. I started in the TAP Program which is now called I AM. My first team was a 12-state black, never finished the season because of the pandemic. Took a year break because I started working a full-time job. I came back in 2022, coached a 12-state black team and a 16-state black team. in 2023, coached another 12-state black team and an 17/18 state black team. This season i decided to challenge myself and coach a national team. Very excited to see the growth of the girls by the end of the season.

Travis Nichols

Coach

Travis Nichols comes to Wildfire with over a decade of coaching experience across the club, high school, and collegiate levels. Travis is currently the Assistant Coach at Lynn University, a position he has held since 2019. During that time frame, Lynn has qualified for the NCAA Tournament every year, including the program’s first ever Sweet 16 appearances in 2023. Travis has helped coach Lynn to their first ever Sunshine State Conference Championship in 2019. Since his arrival at Lynn, the Fighting Knights have amassed 15 All-Conference players, 10 AVCA All-Region players (including the 2019 Region Player of the Year), 10 AVCA All-Americans, and 2 CoSIDA Academic All-Americans.

Travis started coaching with Wildfire for the 2021-2022 Season. That year his 17’s team won a USAV National Championship in Indianapolis. He previously spent time at both Boomers Volleyball Academy and USA South Volleyball Club. While at Boomers, Travis coached his 12’s team to a 5th place finish at USAV Nationals in 2019.

Robert Perez

Coach

35+ year of Volleyball coaching experience

• Archbishop McCarthy girls/ Boys Volleyball head coach / director 2022- present
• Wildfire Volleyball 2015- present
• FHSAA Official 2005 – present
• FVPR professional Volleyball League
• Several teams 1989-1993
• PUR womens National team head coach 18U NORCECA 1991-1992
• Girls High School Volleyball coach SJ , PR
• Several Schools
• University of El Turabo Volleyball Head Coach 1991-1992
• Borinquen Coqui Volleyball coach 1987- 1990
• Criollas Caguas Volleyball coach 1991-1993
• GJNC 14U runner up 2022 Indianapolis
• 3 time High School coach of the year 1989,1990,1992 PR
• FIVA Level 1,2,3 certified SJ Puerto Rico 1989

Emilio Ramrio

Coach

Emilo Ramiro has been coaching volleyball since 1984, starting with Puerto Rico middle and highs schools and various clubs. He also coach in the Gold Coast in Boca Raton and this is his 10^th year at Wildfire Volleyball Academy.

Stacy Johnson

Coach

Played Varsity volleyball in middle school/high school at Trinity Preparatory in Winter Park, FL Was also a Varsity softball and soccer player and track/cross-county runner.

Ran track and cross-country in college.

Volleyball Coaching:

➢ St. Andrews JV Coach and Varsity Assistant Coach, 3 years

➢ FAU High Girls Varsity Head Coach, 4 years

➢ Head Girls Varsity Posnack (Coached Player of the Year)

➢ Florida Bible Christian School Head Girls Varsity Coach

➢ North Broward Preparatory Head Middle School Coach

➢ Fort Lauderdale High School, Head JV and Varsity Coach, 3 years

➢ Hillel Community Day School Middle School Head Coach

➢ Yeshiva High School Varsity Head Coach

➢ Pine Crest Junior High Coach

Volleyball Club: Wildfire Volleyball Club Regional Coach, 3 years (Currently 13 Black Regional 1)

Tribe Volleyball Club (3 years Regional Head Coach) Rival Volleyball Club 13U Head Coach

OBV 12U/13U Head Coach

Coach of 5 other sports

Luis Pico

Coach

• 36 years of coaching experience between Puerto Rican National Federation, USAV, FHSAA among other organizations.
• 22 Years of experience coaching in Mandaring HS( JAX), Bishop Moore HS (ORL), Gateway HS(KISS), South Plantation HS ( Plantation) and Pompano Beach HS(Pompano) Making the FHSAA Regional Tournaments every year.
• 22 years as a Travel Team Coach, coaching for Jacksonville Jrs., Central Fl Volleyball Club, Club Fl., UPPS Performance, Rival Volleyball Academy, Boomers Volleyball Academy and Wildfire Volleyball Club . Reaching the USAV National Tournament Multiple times.
• Coach Pico is a USAV IMPACT Certified coach and a Certified International Volleyball Federation Level III coach.

Yolanda Delgado

Coach

Yolanda Delgado’s volleyball career started when she was 14 years old. From 1985 until 1996 Yolanda represented her country Peru starting as middle and right-side hitter for the national volleyball indoor team. Furthermore, Yolanda continued her successful career playing for Peru’s national Beach volleyball team. During those dedicated years, Yolanda earned multiple awards and recognition, including an honors award from the ex-Peruvian President.

Yolanda Delgado’s volleyball career involves several tournaments in which Delgado won many championships. Some highlighted tournament include; Five Worlds Cups (Japan, China, and Peru), Two goodwill games in the USA, Six South American Cups (Brazil, Argentina, and Peru), Grand Prix, Pan-American tournament (Cuba), the Olympic in Atlanta 1996, and many more international clubs tournaments.

In 2002 and 2003, Yolanda Delgado joined the Miami Dade College volleyball team in which her teammate and her won the NJCCA Championships.

For 5 years, Yolanda Delgado has run a successful volleyball Academy in Peru where several girls have progressed in their own volleyball career.

Lastly, Delgado’s coaching experiences include twelve years with Wildfire Volleyball Academy, three years with The Sagemont School, and one year with Franklin Academy. Currently Yolanda Delgado is an assistant coach at Miami Dade College.

Throughout all these accomplishment and experiences, Delgado has strengthened her ability to build strong competitive teams.

Sydney Cook

Coach

Coach Sydney Cook honed her skills as a player at Wildfire before making a commitment to play Division II volleyball at Nova Southeastern University. Drawing from her collegiate experience, Sydney has seamlessly transitioned into coaching, contributing her to expertise to Wildfire athletes for four consecutive years, shaping aspiring players with her passion and knowledge of the game

Makayla Adams

Coach

I am Makayla Adams. I currently am the head coach for Wildfire volleyball 14 Regional Black. I’ve played volleyball throughout the years starting from when I was 6-7 years of age when it was club Florida. Other teams I’ve played is Boomers, OBV, Rival, Wildfire and Tribe. I played Libero/Ds and was a setter at times in school volleyball. I’ve always played club volleyball and started my journey in school in high school sophomore year on the varsity team at Coral Springs high school. Playing in school encouraged me to help the Jv & varsity girls gain knowledge on the things I’ve learned on a club volleyball level, also to encourage them to join a club team. I helped assist my school coach when needed. I’ve always wanted to carry volleyball with me, I started as an assistant coach after I graduated for Tribe volleyball in 2020, I was also a cheerleader from kindergarten up until 4th grade when I started to focus only on volleyball. Known characteristics will be athleticism, outgoing, vibrant, and kind.

My goal as a coach is to sustain respectable/strong athletes. It is important to me to not only be a coach to the players but to be a reliable mentor for the players. Promote positive working relations with athletes/guardians. Leading the girls to experience victories, instructing the aspect of volleyball on technique and to skillfully help players make conscious decisions to improve their performance level and also to enjoy the game of volleyball most importantly!

Melissa Wray

Coach

I’m excited to return for a second year with the Wildfire Volleyball Academy family! My volleyball journey began at the age of 13 when a coach suggested I should pursue another sport. Instead of discouraging me, that moment fueled years of hard work, leading me to become a top-ranked player in New York. I had the incredible opportunity to compete on various club and Junior Olympic teams, which ultimately earned me a college scholarship. I played for Dowling College, where our team, the Lady Golden Lions, celebrated numerous ECC Division II championships. Later, I transferred to Stony Brook University where I concluded my playing career as a Division I athlete. After graduating with a Minor in Education, I dove into coaching at Long Island Volleyball Club, eventually moving to South Florida where I continued mentoring high school athletes.
During my time as a coach in Miami Dade County public schools, I was honored by the Florida High School Athletic Association for my commitment to leadership and team success. One of my proudest achievements was building a volleyball program from the ground up, helping young athletes learn the sport and become competitive in their district in a few short years.
Volleyball has been more than just a sport for me; it has shaped my character and instilled values like teamwork, discipline, and leadership that I carry into every aspect of my life. I am excited to share my passion for volleyball with my players and help them not only develop their skills but also grow as individuals. Let’s make this season unforgettable!

Hector

Coach

Hello, my name is Hector! I am from Peru, living in US for 23 years, and have played volleyball, mainly defense and right side, since I was 14 years old. I started coaching in Peru until I got to the US, where I have coached here for 9 years now. I’ve coached different teams in South Florida and have gone to numerous types of tournaments including ESPN and AAU Nationals too. I am now in Wildfire and put my best foot forward for my team.

Sarah Willey

Coach

My name is Sarah Willey and I am from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I attend Barry University and I am studying Business Healthcare Administration, I also play volleyball there and I am a Libero/DS. I played my first 2 years of volleyball at Boomers Volleyball Academy, then finished my last 3 years here at Wildfire Volleyball Academy, playing in the national team and winning a bid to compete at Junior Olympics my 17’s year. This is my first year coaching and hope for many more year of this experience!

Ivana Zujovic

Coach

My name is Ivana Zujovic, and I’m originally from Tampa, Florida. I now attend Barry University, where I play on the volleyball team as a middle blocker. I’m majoring in biology and hope to do something in the medical field. I’ve been playing volleyball for about 7 years now and finished my last two years at TEAM Kiwi in Tampa, both years where my team won a bid to play at Nationals. I have three brothers and a younger sister who also plays volleyball. This is my first year coaching a team.

Daniel Runha

Coach

São Paulo , Brazil 

•Double Major 

Marketing & Sports Management 

•MBA 

•Player 

Played competitively 18 years 

Brazil – Banespa Volleyball Club (12 years)University Paulista (2 years )

São Paulo State Team (3years)

Drafted Brazilian National Team Sub 17 

United States NCAA Division 1  (4 years)

•Coach 

Over 10 years of experience coaching children, teenagers and adults. 

Assistant Coach NCAA Division 2 (1 year) 

Beach Volleyball Coach Barcelona (8 years) 

Coach Unprivileged Areas & Refugees (4 years) 

Lee Ann Niesel Gasbarro

Coach

Meet Lee Ann Niesel Gasbarro.  Lee Ann’s journey began with a successful high school career at St. Thomas Aquinas as a Varsity Volleyball and Softball player from 1995 to 1999, winning a state volleyball championship in 1995.

Taking her talents to Nova Southeastern University from 2000 to 2002, Lee Ann played both Volleyball and Softball. A libero on the court and shortstop on the field, Lee Ann achieved a Bachelor’s degree in business administration and a Master’s Degree in Education Sports Management.

Lee Ann’s achievements include ranking 6th all-time for digs per match (33) and 3rd all-time for service aces per match (8) during her time at Nova Southeastern University.

Beyond her playing days, Lee Ann transitioned into coaching, dedicating a decade to Nova High School from 2003 to 2012. Lee Ann led the Titans to their first state playoff appearances in 2010 and 2011. She was selected to serve as the BCAA All-Star coach in 2005 and 2009.

In 2003, she was a founding member of Wildfire Volleyball along side Ore Pablos, with their goal of building volleyball players one skill at a time.

Currently, Lee Ann is a physical education teacher and head coach for the girls and boys volleyball teams at Tequesta Trace Middle.

In her personal life she finds joy in being happily married to Richie Gasbarro and raising three children—Rocco, Cali, and Tori in Plantation.

Lee Ann Niesel Gasbarro’s journey is a testament to her passion for the game and her enduring impact on the players she mentors.

Isabella Rangel

Coach

Isabella Rangel from Caracas, Venezuela and has lived in Weston, Florida since 2011. She will graduate in May of 2027 with a bachelor’s degree in advertising and public relations with a minor in photography. Isa has been playing volleyball for 10 years and is currently playing for Barry University both Indoor and Beach Volleyball. Her experience includes her time playing for Wildfire Volleyball Club and Cypress Bay high school. She’s been coaching since she was 16 at the IAM program.

Reannin Brown

Coach

Reannin Brown brings a wealth of experience and passion to the volleyball court, having dedicated her life to the sport both as a player and coach. A standout athlete during her college years, Reannin played four years of collegiate volleyball as a captain, excelling as an all-around player and outside hitter. Her leadership on the court set the tone for her transition into coaching, where she has continued to inspire and develop young athletes.
Reannin was one of the original coaches at Wildfire Volleyball Club, where she coached for five years from 2004 to 2009. During her tenure, she played a crucial role in establishing the club’s reputation for excellence and player development.
In addition to her club coaching experience, Reannin also coached at Western High School for the 2006 and 2007 seasons, where she applied her expertise to the high school level, helping to shape the team’s competitive edge.
Reannin’s coaching philosophy emphasizes teamwork, resilience, and the development of fundamental skills, ensuring her players not only excel on the court but also grow as individuals. Her dedication to the sport and her players continues to make a positive impact on the volleyball community.

Tameeka Bell

Coach

I developed a passion for volleyball at an early age during summer camps at African Square Park in Miami Fl. That passion grew stronger as would go on to compete throughout my primary and secondary education journey. I attended Miami Northwestern High school where I really started to shine under the amazing tutelage of Coach Ralph Minus who always pushed for me to maximize my skills in every aspect of the game. There were not many options to play club volleyball, but I took all my practice time seriously and with the support and dedication of my coach and teammates, it made competing at high levels all worth it. We were called the Magnificent 7 and went on to claim state runner up in 1995. I went on to be named Best Defensive Player that year and First Team All Dade for the Miami Herald Newspaper my senior year in 1996.
I started my Collegiate volleyball career at Miami Dade Wolfson for two years where my team made it to Nationals for both. I then transferred to Florida Memorial University to conclude my volleyball career as a player.
Lastly, I went on to be the Girls Head Volleyball Coach for Miramar High School for 12yrs and 2 years of club volleyball. I’m excited extend my love and passion for the sport.

Lacey Turner

Coach

My name is Coach Lacey! I am from New Hampshire, and I played volleyball there for 4 years. I attend college at Barry University where I play Beach Volleyball. This is my first-year coaching at Wildfire Volleyball club, and I could not be more excited!

Shannon Lugo

Coach

Shannon started playing volleyball at age 12, in 7th grade, after watching her older sister play on her varsity team in high school. She continued playing through high school and into a division I college. Then her coaching career began.
College Coaching Experience:
• Assistant coach – FIU volleyball – two seasons 1995 & 1996
High School Coaching Experience:
• Head Coach Girls and Boys volleyball – Western High School 1997
o District Champions
o Regional Semi-finalists
• Head Coach Girls Volleyball (Varsity) – Miami Southridge 1998-2005
• Assistant Coach Boys Volleyball (J.V.) – Miami Southridge 1998-2005
o Champions of JV end of season tournament 2003
• Director of the South Florida Volleyball Club Local League 2001 and 2002. Goal was to help volleyball players in Miami-Dade County to affordably play locally and competitively, to improve their skills, and foster love of the game.
Present Day:
• 2017 – present – Coach in the Cooper City Crush Beach 4s Volleyball league
o 3 championships
Volleyball has been a HUGE part of my life for a very long time! I am proud of my accomplishments and eager to give back to the community I love so much. I look forward to reigniting my passion for coaching and inspiring others to love the sport as much as I do.

Maria Martha

Coach

Maria Martha is from Santa Catarina, Brazil. She attended UNIVALI (University) and studied Communication and Arts in Journalism. Sports has been part of her life since elementary school in Brazil. Won several medals in track and field 4 years in a row.
Played years of tennis and swimming. Inspired by her brother, a great national athlete, her passion for volleyball started as a little kid, age 6.
Winning multiple medals for her club, (8 yo and up) Barão do Rio Branco, that she was proudly part of it for almost 10 years.

She had the honor to be discovered by one of the greatest coaches in her state, Artur Novaes,(in memorian), founder of the club. Their first encounter was at an outside cement court, where she was playing with young adults, barefoot,(age 6) and after that day, they were inseparable, practicing every week (4-5 hours a day) for the next 10 years. He was also the first coach of the 3 times Olympian Champion, one of the greatest of all times in Brazil, Ana Moser. Always supervised by her coach Artur, (due to her young age) she has also played for Sulfabril and Hering Volleyball Teams, two of the biggest companies at the time that invested in sports and prodigy athletes. She had the incredible opportunity to coach volleyball at the ADBLU Club for underprivileged young athletes and at the CCR Club (Cônsul Carlos Renaux) in Santa Catarina.

She has assisted and coached as a volunteer coach through government and
non-government volleyball programs during her father’s mandate as a State Secretary of Sport. Played Beach Volleyball for 12 years and competed in local/regional tournaments. She is now the head coach of Sagemont for the Elementary School.
Have coached the 12U Team at Wildfire last season and coaches at the IAM program as well.

“Volleyball is one of her greatest passions and it has tough me so much about discipline, sportsmanship, perseverance, ethics and dedication. Coaching is a great gift and creating beautiful memories one day at the time is just magical. I am so proud to be part of the Wildfire’s Family as an athlete’s mom and as a coach.”

Michelle De Los Rios

Coach

My love for volleyball started in 1988. I was discouraged from playing by a coach. I knew nothing about the game. However, my determination to learn was greater. I played for Miami Beach Sr. High where we won a District championship. I then went on to play college volleyball at Florida Memorial University. Coach Brown-Seetal gave me my first opportunity to coach at Rebelle volleyball club and at Monsignor Pace High School. That opportunity opened the doors to coaching at the College level at Florida Memorial University. I love coaching and only hope to instill that same passion in the players I teach.

Brooke Spurgeon

Coach

“My name is Brooke Spurgeon and I am from Naples, Florida. I attended high school at Seacrest Country Day where I played volleyball and won three consecutive class 2A FHSAA state championships. I am currently a student athlete at Nova Southeastern University where I am playing volleyball and pursuing my degree.”

Adraline Guillaume

Coach

My name is Adraline Guillaume. I am a passionate volleyball player and coach. I played 2-yrs Varsity player at Miami Beach Senior High School and played Club volleyball for a couple of years. I earned honors for All Dade 3rd Team in high school. While playing at Florida Memorial College and now it is called Florida Memorial University (FMU). While playing at Florida Memorial College, I learned the honor of NAIA All-Conference MVP. In addition to multiple NAIA Player of the week honors. I am beginning my coaching career at Hollywood Christian in Hollywood, FL and her alma mater, Florida Memorial University. I am thrilled to be coaching again, helping young athletes achieve their goals and learn the great game of volleyball.

Denise Charlier Bissacot

Coach

Born in São Paulo, Brazil, I have always been passionate about volleyball and have a deep love for teaching. I am committed to creating a fun, energetic, and supportive environment where young athletes can develop their full potential. My goal as a coach is to help kids not only master new skills and excel in the game but also learn the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and self-confidence.

Player:
Competed at a high level for 10 years.
Member of the Federação Paulista de Volleyball for 6 years.
Played for São Paulo FC for 6 years.
Represented the São Paulo State Team for 3 years. Won 1 National Championship and 3 State Championships with São Paulo FC.
Represented both middle and high school teams, earning over 20 medals for 1st and 2nd place in tournaments.

Coach:
Coached middle school teams in Brazil for 4 years. YMCA coach for 2 years.
Wildfire coach since 2023.

Through my years of experience as both a player and a coach, my aim is to inspire and guide the next generation of athletes, helping them thrive both on and off the court.

Olivia Aniol

Coach

Hi my name is Olivia Aniol, I am from Tarpon Springs, FL. I have been playing volleyball for 7 years. In high school, I played both beach and indoor volleyball. I am currently a junior on the volleyball team at Nova Southeastern University. I am excited for the opportunity to coach at Wildfire.

Taylor Stockman

Coach

I am from Overland Park, Kansas. Played varsity volleyball and softball at Blue Valley West High School. Have been playing volleyball for about 8-9 years. Currently in my junior year at Nova Southeastern University on the Women’s Volleyball Team. Received the Freshman of the Year Award and have been an All-American Twice! My coaching experience includes being a float coach for Rival Volleyball Club in 2022-2023 and then becoming an Assistant Head Coach in 2023-2024. Other experience includes running our college middle/high school camps.

Emma Isroff

Coach

I have been playing volleyball now for 7 years and currently playing at Nova Southeastern University. I originally am from Ohio, and I started playing club my 8th grade year. I have ran many clinics and coached in the past at my former clubs. I am very excited to work with players who want to grow their ability and love for the sport!

Leann Alkobi

Coach

My name is Leann Alkobi and I’m super excited to be coaching this season. I’m from Fort Lauderdale FL and I go to school at Barry University where I also play beach volleyball. This is my first-year coaching here and I’m looking forward to a great season!

Jessica Desir

Coach

Hi! I’m Coach Jessica. I have almost 20 years of experience playing at a competitive level. I began playing at Monsignor Edward Pace HS and club with Miami Storms Volleyball Club, where I developed my playing skills and love for the game. I made the varsity team the following year (OH/MB) and continued to play club throughout high school. After just 2 years, I made All-Dade County 1st team, as an OH during my senior year. I walked on to the Varsity team at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, where I was a student-athlete, my freshman year. I transitioned to playing for the Women’s Club team (MB) for the remainder of my time there, where we secured the Northeast Women’s Volleyball Club League Championship (2010-2011). Once I graduated, I began playing in the Garden Empire Volleyball Association (GEVA) adult league, where I competed throughout the NJ/NY Metro area and played in several National Tournaments.

Fernandez Pieras

Coach

Fernando Pieras, born and raised in Puerto Rico, has cultivated a distinguished athletic and coaching career.
• 2003-2007: Fernando earned a scholarship to the University of the Sacred Heart, where he competed on both the basketball and volleyball varsity teams and was recognized for his contributions with the Athlete of the Year award.
• 2007 Florida International University: Student Exchange Program
• 2010: He achieved his Physical Education Teacher Certification, initiating various projects focused on elementary physical education. His efforts emphasize manipulative, locomotor, and non-locomotor skills, promoting lifelong fitness for a healthy lifestyle.
• 2010-2020 Championship Academy of Distinction: Physical Education Teacher / Athletic Director
• 2017-Present: Field Sport Director at the American Heritage Summer Camp, sharing his passion for physical education with young children.
• 2020: Certified by USAVB Florida as an Adult Coach of Juniors, Fernando committed to developing the next generation of players, a role he has embraced with dedication.
• 2020-2023: St. Mark Catholic School: Physical Education Teacher and Athletic Director
• 2021-Present: Fernando joined Wildfire Volleyball Club as an assistant coach for girls’ teams ages 12-15, bringing his skills to support young athletes’ growth in volleyball.
• 2023- Present: He expanded his coaching involvement with the I AM Program at Wildfire and began his role at American Heritage School as a Physical Education teacher. At American Heritage, he serves as the JV Boys’ Volleyball Head Coach, and Assists the Varsity Girls’ Volleyball Team.
Fernando Pieras brings a deep passion and expertise in volleyball developed through years of dedicated play up to the college level. Fernando’s coaching philosophy emphasizes growth, skill, and sportsmanship. His diverse experience provides a strong technical foundation, making him an inspiring mentor dedicated to helping every athlete reach their full potential at Wildfire Volleyball Club.

Frankie Good

Coach

My name is Francesca! I’m from a small town called Palm Coast and is now a volleyball player at Barry University, and my first-year coaching at Wildfire Volleyball. I’m so excited!

Hannah Brenner

Coach

My name is Hannah brenner. I grew up in a small town in Ohio with my 7 siblings. I played high school travel volleyball for CVC (Cleveland Volleyball Company). I then went onto play at Clemson University where I was a 4 year starting setter. After college I coached 2 years at a high school in Ohio where I learned I was over the cold. I moved to Florida in 2016. I have been coaching club for three years and I’m also the head coach at Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale. I love to train my athletes, building their strength and increasing their verticals. I live with my beautiful 6 year old daughter Isabella!